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The Library - Malty Black Tea

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Tastes Like: buttered toast, brown bread, almond
Feels Like: morning in the library

Picture the dark wooden walls of a library lined with rows of books, like the iconic Long Room of Trinity College in Dublin. There is a seductive atmosphere that is both austere and comforting. The bready aroma of this tea is complemented by the unique nuttiness of caraway. This high grade black assam tea has a velvety mouthfeel and rich flavor. Hints of cocoa and sweet almond aromas enliven the mix, like the occasional contemporary novel whose glossy cover pops against the worn literary classics. A drop of milk tips the flavor towards a smooth creamy stout. Like sinking into a stately club chair to ponder the pages between your hands, this tea invites reflection. This makes a rich breakfast tea, and a great afternoon tea with shortbread or cherry scones.

  • Vegan
  • Gluten free
  • All Natural
  • Sugar Free
  • Non GMO

Ingredients
organic GFBOP assam tea, organic cacao shell, organic caraway, natural flavor of almond (does not contain nuts)

🧘‍♀️ Health Benefits
  • Reduces bloat
    Caraway reduces gastrointestinal inflammation, gas, and aids digestion
  • Mood lift and cognitive enhancement
    Theobromine, a psychoactive compound in cacao shell, creates feelings of calmness and increases neural activity
  • Balanced energy
    Black tea is rich in l-theanine, an amino acid that slows absorption of caffeine, which prevents energy crashes
🍃 Dietary Needs
  • All Natural
  • Sugar Free
  • Vegan
  • Gluten Free
✨ Quality Tested

All our teas are double tested for pesticide residues, heavy metals, and foreign objects.

Because they’re blended in Germany, all August teas must pass stringent EU pesticide standards, which allow much less pesticide residue than the US FDA.

Whether they are organic, all natural or conventional, all our teas are safe, top quality, and delicious! 

⚡️ Caffeine Content

This tea is High Caffeine

  • High Caffeine = 40-60mg per 10oz serving
  • Moderate Caffeine = 20-40mg per 10oz serving
  • Caffeine Free = 0mg per 10oz serving
🔥 Brewing Directions

Hot Brewing 10 oz

Heat 212°f/100°c water
Add 3.5g tea, about 2 teaspoons
Pour 10oz/300ml hot water
Infuse 4-5 mins. Longer is stronger.
Repeat Reinfuse 1-2 times

Iced Brewing 10 oz

Heat 212°f/100°c water
Add 3.5g tea, about 2 teaspoons
Pour ~3oz hot water to barely cover tea leaves
Infuse 4-5 mins. Longer is stronger.
Dilute with 7oz cold water
Serve Over ice

Pro tip: If you want more concentrated flavor, try doubling the tea leaves in this recipe.

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Check out our in-depth guide here.
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⚖️ Net Weights

4 cup deluxe sample: 14g / .5oz
15 cup bag: 50g / 1.8oz
70 cup bag: 250g / 8.8oz

⭐️ The August Difference
  • We make no compromises when we bring our blends to life.
    Our tea costs more because we use super premium whole ingredients like vanilla pieces, cardamom, real fruits and whole spices. It’s quality you can see and taste. All our blends are original and exclusively available from August.
  • The freshest tea
    Tea is made of plants, so freshness matters. Our teas are produced in small batches, packed in airtight packaging and shipped directly to you at peak freshness.
  • We're here for you
    Our California-based team is passionate about taking care of our customers. We're here when you need us for recommendations, questions, brewing advice, or order issues. Just email us or use our live chat.
  • Satisfaction guaranteed
    If you don't love your order, just contact us for a refund.
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Reviewed by Lisa
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
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Wonderful!

Fantastic tea! Full of flavor and just plain DELICIOUS! If you like black tea with a bolder, almondy, buttery flavor, you will absolutely enjoy this! One of my favorites!

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Reviewed by Monica P.
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I don't recommend this product
Rated 2 out of 5
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Feeling bookish and steamy

I like this hot. It has that great feel similar to reading a paper version of a book has. Nostalgia, cozy, and well-rounded. It is pleasant with dinner or after.

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Reviewed by Elise E.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
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Unique flavor

I was enticed by the flavor profile. I love the Yorkshire biscuit tea and like how this tea taste like toast too! Great with milk!

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Reviewed by Patricia
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
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Delicious

The Library is the best tea I’ve ever tasted and we love to pour it over ice for iced tea. Delicious!!

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Reviewed by Jeffery J. K.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
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Library

A very unique taste, a very enjoyable experience

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